
Who are we?
Sanlam Life Ltd is one of the top financial services providers in the South African market.
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our financial advisors. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our financial advisors to realise their worth.
Our company is built on a respect for what people are worth and an appreciation for what they can become. We know that your worth is infinite and unique – and want to inspire you to realise this worth.
This is why we give each and every person who is contracted at Sanlam the opportunity to make the most of who they are, and to be recognised, respected and rewarded for their capabilities.
Implements and executes policies, processes, and training offerings. Recommends new training techniques and programmes. Provides support in developing training to meet identified needs. Assists in the assessment of the suitability of development in the training field.
The role further supports the research, design and development of engaging learning content and resources across online, blended, face-to-face and self-paced learning environments. This includes translating business and technical requirements into practical learning experiences and supporting the effective use of learning technologies.
Design learning sessions to meet the requirements of a specified curriculum or to fill gaps in existing programmes. Develop and maintain relevant content and high-quality training resources to ensure high levels of learner engagement and achievement of learning outcomes aligned with business requirements.
Develop instructional content and learning resources appropriate for online, blended, face-to-face and self-paced learning programmes. Maintain, update and review existing learning content to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness.
Deliver training sessions or short courses, engaging, advising, and guiding learners and evaluating the achievement of intended learning outcomes for maximum business impact.
Support the rollout of new learning interventions, including pilots and train-the-trainer sessions where required.
Support the identification of learning needs by analysing performance and competence data to identify gaps in relation to required levels; recommend priorities for learning and development interventions.
Assess instructional needs and business requirements to identify appropriate learning solutions and support evidence-based recommendations.
Develop training courses to fill gaps in existing programmes, methods, or tools. Run training programmes for specific technical areas using prepared content.
Design workshops in relation to content, structure and learning process, and collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders in developing effective learning solutions.
Design user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) for intra/internet interfaces and employee experience in the Integrated Learning Environment through their online learning experiences and into the employee-facing features and functions of the Integrated Learning Environment.
Support the integration of appropriate learning technologies into curricula and learning programmes to enhance learner engagement and accessibility.
Works at an intermediate level to ensure that people at all levels in the organisation possess and develop the skills, knowledge and experiences needed to fulfil the short- and long-term ambitions of the organisation and that they are motivated to learn, grow and develop. Typically works with guidance.
Works at an intermediate level to design and develop courseware and programmes. Typically works with guidance. Experience in e-learning and blended-learning development and the design of engaging instructional content will be advantageous.
Works at an intermediate level to effectively use learning management systems, online learning platforms, and computer-based training programmes to facilitate and deliver instructional content and assessments. Typically works with guidance. Exposure to learning technologies and content-authoring tools such as Moodle, Articulate, Captivate, Camtasia or equivalent platforms will be advantageous.
Works at an intermediate level to provide computer-based training courses and reference material that enables users to engage with presentations, text, illustrations and other information formats. Typically works with guidance.
Works with full competence to assimilate and understand data and information from various sources to analyse training needs; draw appropriate conclusions and make relevant recommendations to achieve business impact. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance.
Works with full competence to gather, analyse, interpret and report on HR data to support informed decision-making, identify trends and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulations. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance. The ability to use data, reporting and learning analytics to evaluate learning effectiveness and inform improvements will be advantageous.
Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised. Minimum 3 years' relevant experience. Exposure to instructional design, learning content development, e-learning or blended-learning environments will be advantageous.
Not applicable
Diploma. A relevant qualification in Instructional Design, Learning and Development, Education, or a related discipline will be advantageous.
Communicates Effectively
Ensures Accountability
Develops Talent
Manages Complexity
Plans and Aligns
Tech Savvy
Persuades
The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment as we believe these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.

We’ve finally given a name to that special something a person exudes when they have a plan for their finances. It’s called The F Factor – and now that you know its name, it’s time you feel it too. Let's unlock your financial confidence, together.
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